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Recycle B.C. Aims for 50% Plastic Recovery Rate

9/12/2025

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Recycle B.C. aims to boost plastic recycling rates, currently at 45% for residential packaging.
Executive director Sam Baker highlights the need for proper sorting and disposal to improve recycling.
In 2024, 31,362 tonnes of plastic were collected, with a 98% recycling success rate.
The organization targets a recovery rate of at least 50%.
The new pink box initiative simplifies recycling of flexible plastics in select municipalities.

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Story summary

Recycle B.C. aims to boost plastic recycling rates, currently at 45% for residential packaging.
Executive director Sam Baker highlights the need for proper sorting and disposal to improve recycling.
In 2024, 31,362 tonnes of plastic were collected, with a 98% recycling success rate.
The organization targets a recovery rate of at least 50%.
The new pink box initiative simplifies recycling of flexible plastics in select municipalities.